Artwork
Tailleur bleu
Tailleur bleu is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Tailleur bleu is a work by Carven, created around 1957. It is a sketch of a woman in a blue patterned suit, held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a loose-fitting, blue patterned suit with a bow at the waist, holding a small bag. Her short hair is neatly styled, conveying a sense of elegance and poise.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by simple, quick lines and light shading, used to indicate folds in the fabric. The blue pattern appears to be a rapid brushstroke of paint or ink, suggesting a spontaneous and expressive approach.
History & Provenance
The work is annotated with handwritten notes, including 'Retouché Tôle' and 'd'Apres Preciuny', which may refer to revisions or a model. The sketch is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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